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K12 UGG

1998 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

133,439 mi
Last recorded133,439 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2022
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl74,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK12 UGG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2022 133,439 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 133,375 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2020 133,375 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 7 Apr 2016 133,155 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Side repeater slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Tested in a wet condition

slight diff oil leak

Pass 28 Jan 2015 131,526 miles

Centre exhaust has corrosion

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Wiper slightly smearing

Pass 15 Aug 2013 129,968 miles

N/S side repeter lens missing

Wiper slightly smearing

Pass 13 Jul 2012 129,413 miles

Both front tyres perished

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 May 2011 128,557 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Wiper slightly smearing

Pass 13 Apr 2010 126,239 miles

O/S/F and N/S/R tyre low tread on inner edge

Pass 6 Mar 2009 122,277 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 111,204 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 97,721 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2006 97,721 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?

Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
2,023
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
35,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,801
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,463
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,767
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K12 UGG is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 74,108 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K12 UGG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sl typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K12 UGG registered?

K12 UGG is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 April 1998.

Is K12 UGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for K12 UGG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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